Slamthology: Collected Wrestling Writings 1991-2004
Slamthology: Collected Wrestling Writings 1991-2004

Author: John Lister

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2005-10-26

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 1411653297

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John Lister is one of Britain's most respected wrestling journalists. Mixing travelogue, humour, fiction, history and opinion, this collection brings together the best of his work from the past fourteen years. The first section of this book features three epic accounts of voyages to see wrestling in the United States, from the ECW Arena to the Dallas Sportatorium by way of WWF pay-per-views and Memphis television. The second section comprises more than 40 articles, some previously unpublished, including histories of British and American wrestling, the statistics behind WCW's collapse, and a disgraceful allegation about Tommy Rich. Note: This is a revised 2nd edition, with a new cover design, new page design, lower page count and a lower retail price. However, the content of the book is unchanged from the first edition.

Turning the Tables
Turning the Tables

Author: John Lister

Publisher: Exposure Publishing

Published: 2005-10-01

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9781905363780

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ECW was the upstart promotion which revolutionised the wrestling industry. Turning The Tables is the first published history of the company which grew from a run-down bingo hall to become a national pay-per-view competitor... then crashed in a sea of debt. John Lister (author of Slamthology) gives an independent, objective and informative account that reveals hidden secrets and shatters common myths. From a little-known truth about ECW's most famous feud to a blow-by-blow account of what really happened in Revere, this book will give you the true story behind America's most controversial wrestling group.

Slamthology
Slamthology

Author: John Lister

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 348

ISBN-13: 9781905290109

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John Lister is one of Britain's most respected wrestling journalists. Mixing travelogue, humour, fiction, history and opinion, this collection brings together the best of his work from the past fourteen years. The first section of this book features three epic accounts of voyages to see wrestling in the United States, from the ECW Arena to the Dallas Sportatorium by way of WWF pay-per-views and Memphis television. The second section comprises more than 40 articles, some previously unpublished, including histories of British and American wrestling, the statistics behind WCW's collapse, and a disgraceful allegation about Tommy Rich.

Coaching Wrestling Successfully
Coaching Wrestling Successfully

Author: Gable, Dan

Publisher: Human Kinetics

Published: 1998-12-01

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13: 9780873224048

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Tells how to develop and communicate a coaching philosophy, plan practices, teach wrestling skills, help wrestlers prepare for matches, and evaluate wrestlers' performances

George Gordienko
George Gordienko

Author: Steven Verrier

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2022-04-15

Total Pages: 253

ISBN-13: 1476645639

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George Gordienko (1928-2002) may be the greatest wrestler you've never heard of. From humble, Ukrainian/Cossack immigrant roots in the Canadian Prairies, he endured a tough childhood during the Great Depression to emerge as a leading "shooter" and one-of-a-kind artist on the mat. Excluded from wrestling in the United States during the McCarthy era because of his association with the Communist Party as a young man, he was deprived of a run with the NWA World Heavyweight Championship, for which he was hand-picked by the great Lou Thesz. After retirement, Gordienko transitioned to a different sort of canvas and became a successful painter. This first full-length biography traces his remarkable career.

Blood and Fire
Blood and Fire

Author: Brian R. Solomon

Publisher:

Published: 2022-04-12

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 9781770415805

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For a half-century, the Sheik terrorized fans and foes, becoming wrestling's most feared villain. Yet away from the ring, Ed Farhat was a veteran, family-man and businessman whose real life was shrouded in mystery. For the first time, Blood and Fire tells the whole story.

Agents of SLAM
Agents of SLAM

Author: Dave Scheidt

Publisher: Oni Press

Published: 2022-04-19

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9781637150221

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DING DING DING! Enter the wrestling ring in this all-new graphic novel from Wrapped Up creators Dave Scheidt and Scoot McMahon! The Agents of S.L.A.M. aren’t your average professional wrestlers. They’re led by the fearless and famous Bruno Bravado and work for the president of the United States to protect people from all kinds of threats—both on Earth and in space! And they’ve just been joined by their newest recruit, Katie Jones, a twelve-year-old wrestling vlogger who just might know more about wrestling than the wrestlers themselves. S.L.A.M. will need Katie’s knowledge and skills if they’re going to keep protecting Earth, especially when their toughest rival challenges them!

Purodyssey
Purodyssey

Author: John Lister

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2018-03-22

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781980627579

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Twenty years after his first voyages to watch wrestling abroad, writer John Lister finally made it to Tokyo. Purodyssey shares the experience of seeing 14 shows from 11 promotions in just eight days, visiting venues from the Tokyo Dome to a converted pharmacy. It also details encountering Japanese culture in person for the first time.The book also includes a comprehensive yet concise guide to the practicalities of visiting Tokyo for wrestling, including ticket buying, transport and key Japanese phrases. (This guide has been updated for 2020 with new details and tips.)About the Author: John Lister is a professional freelance writer who has been writing for wrestling publications since 1990. Author of Slamthology and Turning The Tables: The Story Of Extreme Championship Wrestling, he formerly worked for Power Slam and The Fight Network and is now a regular contributor to Fighting Spirit Magazine.***"...the book is laced with the author's occasionally dry and often witty humour and his willingness to poke fun at himself, his misadventures and the highly niche and at times bizarre nature of his trip... a thoroughly entertaining, honest and insightful look into watching Japanese pro wrestling live" - Puroresuroad.com

Biographical Dictionary of Professional Wrestling, 2d ed.
Biographical Dictionary of Professional Wrestling, 2d ed.

Author: Harris M. Lentz III

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2015-09-15

Total Pages: 407

ISBN-13: 147660505X

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Though professional wrestlers are usually ignored by sportswriters and entertainment reporters alike, the popularity of these gifted athletes and showbiz pros is undeniable. Few fans are concerned with whether the wrestling is "legitimate." From Ace Abbott to Buck Zumhofe, this is the second edition of the first-ever comprehensive compilation of biographical information on professional wrestlers past and present, including major promoters and managers. Each entry is listed under the wrestling name most often used, with cross references to real names and other ring names. The ring name is followed by the grappler's real name, hometown, height and weight, and birth and death dates when available. The biographical data provide the era in which the individual competed, wrestling associations, titles, tag team partners, major bouts and other highlights.